Thursday, 20 March 2014

So, you pick up a nice tan and visited the
temples and churches and you still want explore some more, well, there is a lot
more to do and following are a few places you should try if you are in the mood
to explore Goa’s roots and traditions.

Spice Farms are popular in Ponda, a forty
minute drive from Panjim, these farms are located amidst lush green
surroundings of the neighboring mountains and is a great place to experience
food and the farm itself which has a lot of explore within itself. The spice
plants that the farms cultivate are spread across multiple acres and produce
spices such as Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Pepper, Turmeric, Ginger and Vanilla besides
the numerous Cashew plantations in the area. The visit includes a meal as well
at the restaurant that serves up a Goan spread consisting of mainly Fish Curry
Rice, Chicken Xacuti and Vegetables.

Ancestral Goa is located near Ponda as
well, roughly a 30-40 minute drive to get there and is located near the Savior
Of the World Church Lotolim. Ancestral
Goa is a treasure of artifacts and precious items that reflect Goa’s cultures
and traditions. Big Foot takes you across the many sculptures that depict the
rich history of Goa. Across Big-Foot is the old Portuguese house you could
visit as well. Casa Araujo Alvares is an structure that has been standing since
the Portuguese rule in Goa and has been renovated to give visitors a glimpse of
the early days.

Kala Academy is in Panjim and is any another
gateway to Goa’s rich cultural diversity. Musicals, Tiarts and art exhibitions
are quite famous here that showcase local artist and talents. Art, music and drama is what you can explore
here in abundance, you can also visit the old light-house behind the academy to
catch a glimpse of the Mandovi.

Head out to Salvador Do Mundo to
get a taste of art by Goa’s famous artist Mario Miranda. His signature styles
that depicts Goa’s life will allow you to explore what Goa was all about back
in the day. His art is unique and descriptive that will have you mesmerised in
its beauty.

Goa surely has
a lot to offer other than its beaches and nightlife. You can explore more than
you can imagine from its little villages to its beautiful sights you are in a
unique experience. If you are looking to explore the many places to visit in Goa that are different in its own charm, places to visit in Goa are famous where you can explore the cultures and traditions.